TGA 2023 Operations and Management ConferenceJune 5-8, 2023 | Embassy Suites | San Marcos, TX The Embassy Suites in San Marcos is available to make your hotel reservations for the TGA Conference in June. To receive the TGA group rate of $169.00, YOU MUST mention that you are with the TGA/Texas Gas Association. Registration is…
December 2022
DOT Pipeline Compliance Workshops (In Person)
Our training events are now available at a new location! PSI Training Courses are now hosted at the RCP Offices or at the PRCI Technology Development Center, both located in Houston. Be sure to join us this April 25-27, 2023 at the PRCI Technology Development Center to participate in our informative & interactive DOT Pipeline…
Temporary Repair and Permanent Repair Frequently Asked Questions
On November 2, 2022, PHMSA issued new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) as guidance to pipeline operators to help them understand how to comply with existing temporary repair and permanent repair regulations. Although FAQs are not enforceable, an operator who is able to demonstrate compliance with the FAQs is likely to be able to demonstrate compliance…
PHMSA Public Meeting Addressing Multiple Pipeline Safety Topics
December 13-15, 2022 | Houston, Texas PHMSA is holding an informational public meeting to address multiple safety topics including progress on reduction of methane emissions, energy transformation, safety bulletins, and National Transportation Safety Board recommendations. The informational public meeting will be held on December 13-15, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Westin…
GAO Recommendations for Improving PHMSA’s Enforcement Transparency Website
As you are aware, PHMSA inspects interstate natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines, investigates accidents, and enforces laws and regulations. PHMSA puts information about its enforcement activities on its public Enforcement Transparency website. The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report and 3 recommendations related to improving the PHMSA Enforcement Transparency website. Recommendation #1:…
FERC LNG Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
[Docket No. RM22-8-000] The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) proposes to revise its regulations under 18 CFR parts 153 and 380 governing liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities subject to sections 3 and 7 of the Natural Gas Act by removing outdated references for seismic hazard evaluations and seismic design criteria for LNG facilities. In their…
Did you know?
The ability of the gas system to meet seasonal and peak day demands and to reliably deliver natural gas, even during high-impact events, represents an important and valuable resource that must be considered when designing future energy systems and building pathways to a low-carbon future. “Enhancing and Maintaining Gas and Energy System Resiliency”, a study…
The Enforcement Corner
The Enforcement Corner summarizes recent PHMSA enforcement actions, indicating where PHMSA is putting its enforcement efforts and the fines they are proposing for various types of violations. In October 2022, PHMSA issued 1 WL, 1 NOA, and 3 NOPVs accompanied by $1,216,602 in proposed fines. Significant proposed fines were attributed to the following code sections:…
PHMSA’s Response to AGA’s RIN 2 Petition
PHMSA has formally responded to AGA’s Petition for Reconsideration regarding the Transmission Mega Rule RIN 2. On September 23, 2022, the American Gas Association (AGA) submitted a letter to the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) petitioning the agency for reconsideration of the final rule titled “Pipeline Safety: Safety of Gas Transmission Pipelines: Repair…
Save The Planet – Drink Jack Daniels!
[as if we needed one more reason] On October 17, 2022, TC Energy Corporation announced a $29.3 million investment in a renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility near the Jack Daniel Distillery in Lynchburg, TN. Owned by Lynchburg Renewable Fuels LLC, the facility will produce RNG with a carbon intensity score that is 50 per…
2023 Conference News
In-person conferences are back in full swing! Visit us at our booth at both API & AGA where we will have plenty of swag and an opportunity to win a bottle of RCP’s 25th Anniversary Single Barrel Jack Daniel’s. API 2023 Pipeline Conference and ExpoMay 1-3, 2023 | JW Marriott Nashville, TN Registration is now open.…